Question 1

What is the best malasada in Hawaiʻi?

Accepted Answer

Portuguese doughnuts — fried dough rolled in sugar, no hole. Leonard's set the gold standard in 1952. The top malasada spots in Hawaiʻi are ranked on Da Plate Lunch Index by local residents — not tourist reviews. There are 11 curated spots statewide.

Question 2

Where can I find malasada in Hawaiʻi?

Accepted Answer

Malasada can be found across Oʻahu, Maui, Hawaiʻi Island, and Kauaʻi. Da Plate Lunch Index lists 11 independently-owned spots — no chains. Browse by island for the best local picks.

Malasada

Champion Malasada

Leonard's Bakery

Liliha Bakery

Leonard Jr's Hot Malasadas

Leonard's Bakery

Liliha Bakery (Waikiki · IMP)

Komoda Store and Bakery

Maui Mochi & Malasadas

Punaluʻu Bake Shop

Tex Drive In

Hanalei Bread Company